This is video#3 of 15 in my course INDEPENDENT ELECTRIC POWER. This course is a complete program on designing and building your own off-grid renewable electrical system. The video below is a tour of the three main types of backup generators you might consider for your system. You don’t NEED a backup generator, but if you’re relying completely on your the energy system you build, some kind of backup is a good idea. If you’re not already part of the course, click here to learn all about INDEPENDENT ELECTRIC POWER and how to sign up. Download it now, risk-free and unplug from the grid.
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